Alumni volunteers generously contribute their time to support the EngSci program and its students through mentorship, career networking, service in governance, in-class panel discussions, and more. By sharing their experiences and insights with students, they greatly enrich the educational experience and empower students to pursue their passions.
The Arbor Awards are U of T’s highest recognition for exceptional and long-standing volunteer service to the university and its community. This year two EngSci alumni are among U of T Engineering’s 11 recipients.
The Division of Engineering Science is extremely grateful for the contributions and ongoing commitment and support of these outstanding alumni volunteers:
Andrew L. Kidd (EngSci 1T9)
Kidd’s enthusiasm for U of T Engineering has continued unabated since his graduation. His enthusiasm for students and the curriculum is evident in his volunteerism, which includes engaging with undergraduate students in seminar courses, helping select recipients for scholarships and research awards, and sharing his experience as a mentor. Kidd’s additional contributions include serving as an alumni representative on Faculty Council and providing opportunities for students by helping his firm organize recruitment events.
Cassandra Rosen (EngSci 1T5)
Rosen inspires undergraduate engineering students to apply their skills to make a positive impact. As a guest speaker and career interviewee, she has motivated hundreds of students to consider non-traditional career paths by sharing her journey from engineering graduate to government energy policy advisor. She has also given back to the engineering community through five years of involvement in the Engineering Alumni Mentorship Program, participating in the letter-writing campaign for newly admitted students, and reviewing Engineering Science Research Opportunities Program applications.
Read about all U of T Engineering recipients of the 2025 Arbor Awards.